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Posted on May 04, 2020
BC Transit Media Advisory
BC Transit enhancing safety measures to allow for front door loading and regular fare collectionOn June 1, 2020, BC Transit will be enhancing safety measures for our provincial transit systems that will…
Posted on May 01, 2020
Message from Mayor Richman | May 1, 2020
This week has brought with it a spectrum of emotions. As a parent, I’m feeling far more complete now that my daughter has returned home from school. As a business owner, I’m feeling curious about…
Posted on April 30, 2020
Public Notice EXTENDED | Request to Short Term Vacation Rental Operators to Reschedule Non-Essential Travel Bookings
**EXTENDED** As the Province has extended the State of Emergency until May 12th and continued its call to avoid any non-essential travel in an effort to continue to slow the transmission of COVID-19,…
Posted on April 29, 2020
BC Extending State of Emergency to May 12, 2020
Media Release from the Province of BCApril 29, 2020 The provincial state of emergency is being extended for the third time, to support the extraordinary measures taken by the Province under the Emergency…
Posted on April 28, 2020
Message from Mayor Richman | April 24, 2020
How are YOU holding up? More than ever, I find I am missing the physical presence of my extended family, friends and community. It’s completely normal if you are feeling antsy; never in our time have…
Posted on April 17, 2020
Message from Mayor Richman | April 17, 2020
I was so encouraged today when I saw the results of our collective efforts in flattening the COVID-19 curve. You could see the pride on the faces and in the words of Dr. Henry and Health Minister Dix.…
Posted on April 10, 2020
Message from Mayor Richman | April 10, 2020
As we begin the long weekend and many folks take pause for religious celebrations, I found myself thinking that although I am apart from friends and family physically, I can still connect in other ways.…
Posted on April 07, 2020
Media Release | Communities in Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Ask Visitors Not to Come During COVID-19 Pandemic
For Immediate Release Squamish-Lillooet Regional District – As the Easter long weekend approaches, communities from Squamish to Lillooet are asking visitors to follow the advice of the provincial health…
Posted on April 04, 2020
Message from Mayor Richman | April 4, 2020
On March 12th a new reality began. For roughly three weeks, our community has been taking extraordinary measures to care for each other by practicing physical distancing, washing our hands and connecting…
Posted on April 04, 2020
Update on Behalf of the Pemberton Medical Clinic
With permission of the doctors at the Pemberton Medical Clinic, we would like to share some of the incredible measures our local doctors, nurses and their team members have been doing to prepare locally…
Posted on March 30, 2020
Public Notice | Request to Short Term Vacation Rental Operators
As the Village has strongly advised against non-essential travel in an effort to slow the transmission of COVID-19, we are requesting that Short Term Vacation Rentals (ie. Airbnb and VRBO) consider rescheduling…
Posted on March 28, 2020
Notice of Special Meeting | Tuesday, March 31st @ 12pm
Notice of Special Meeting | Tuesday, March 31st @ noonVia Video Conference The Special Meeting on Tuesday has been called specifically to give readings to three Bylaw amendments: Village of Pemberton…
Posted on March 25, 2020
Message from Mayor Richman | March 25, 2020
Hi Pemberton, I hope everyone is keeping well. It has been very positive to see so many people practicing the preventative measures to keep each other safe and to control the trajectory of COVID-19. I’m…
Posted on March 22, 2020
Media Release | Village of Pemberton Discourages Visits to Pemberton Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic
Village of Pemberton Discourages Visits to Pemberton Amid the COVID-19 Pandemic Pemberton, BC - As a result of the significant increase of visitors in Pemberton this weekend, the Mayor is now requesting…
Posted on March 20, 2020
Public Notice | Public Washrooms
To help prevent the spread of illness, the Village has increased its cleaning protocols in our public washrooms; the washrooms are now cleaned twice daily. Please help us by adhering to washroom etiquette:…
Posted on March 20, 2020
Transit Bulletin | March 20, 2020
BC Transit rear door boarding and no collection of fares BC Transit, the Province of BC, our local government partners and our local transit staff are continuing to work to ensure we have service on…
Posted on March 20, 2020
Terminal Closure | Pemberton Regional Airport (CYPS)
In an effort to minimize spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Pemberton Terminal Facility at CYPS will be closed to the public as of March 20, 2020. Card lock fuel sales will remain open. Flying into Pemberton…
Posted on March 19, 2020
Message from Mayor Richman | March 19, 2020
Sorry folks, this is a lengthier one. Please bear with me. While we aware that this situation evolves and changes in a moment’s notice, we are unaware of how long it will be before we have this virus…
Posted on March 18, 2020
Public Notice | Notice to Amend Council Procedure Bylaw No. 788, 2015
In accordance with section 123 (3) of the Community Charter notice is hereby given that the Council of the Village of Pemberton intends to amend Council Procedure Bylaw No. 778, 2015 at the Special Council…
Posted on March 18, 2020
Notice to Skateboard Park Users
We’ve heard concern over the number of skateboarders not practicing social distancing at the skatepark. We recognize the importance of getting outside, staying active and taking advantage of the spectacular…